-Closes On: July 15, 2024 at 11:59 PM CST
**Department**: Public Works
**Job Status**: Full-Time
**Shift**: 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM
**Days Worked**: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri.
**Status**: Until Filled

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The Superintendent of Streets is responsible for a variety of routine and complex assignments related to the management and maintenance of Village infrastructure including streets, signs, storm sewers, traffic control, fleet, grounds, and urban forest. Duties include coordination and planning of special events and programs and providing guidance and direction to supervisors and field staff. This position oversees the Village’s snow and ice operations and is the primary staff member for weather related events/response. Possesses exemplary internal and external customer service skills and provides strong management oversight of Village projects. Responds to and interacts with residents, employees, contractors and/or others within and outside the organization in a courteous, professional, and effective manner.

**EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE**:
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Valid Illinois driver's license

Minimum of 5 years experience in Public Works or related industry.

3 to 5 years supervisory experience is preferred

Associates degree in a related field from two-year college or technical school

**WORK SCHEDULE**:
40 hours per week
Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

**COMPENSATION**:
Salary is DOQ
2024 Salary Range is $94,133 - $133,668

**WORK LOCATION**:
Onsite - Hoffman Estates, IL

**Upon offer, a pre-employment Village-paid drug screen, physical and background investigation is required.**

**_ For more information, see the job description below._**

**Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities**:

Manages general oversight of the daily operation and maintenance of the Village’s streets, signs, storm sewers, traffic control, fleet, grounds, and urban forest. Assists in the planning and direction of routine and emergency operations.
Leads all activities and planning for yearly snow and ice operations. Acts as the “first call” for all weather events and maintains the roster for call outs. Forecasts, orders, and maintains the Village’s road salt quantities through the State of Illinois Central Management Services joint purchase.
Provides oversight of the Village’s fleet operations. Collaborates with the Fleet Supervisor to plan for and maintain all new and existing fleet equipment. Coordinates with various Village staff to determine the needs of other departments.
Assists in the analysis of the department’s forestry operations through coordination with the Village Forester. Collaborates on yearly projects such as tree planting and removals.
Oversees the operation and maintenance of the Village’s storm sewer system. Coordinates with the Engineering Department as part of larger storm sewer projects, such as rehabilitation, lining, and new installations.
Supervises, mentors, and educates direct report(s). Provides technical guidance to staff and other Village team members. Directs employees, implements Division procedures, assigns work tasks, and performs the performance evaluation process. Provides disciplinary action when needed. Facilitates a team approach by fostering effective communication amongst Department and Village staff.
Solicits bids and RFP’s and serves as project manager under position areas of responsibility. Coordinates with various Departments to plan for and administer contracts for capital projects. Process purchase requisitions and orders for approval.
Researches and reviews current trends and technical matters. Prepares and reviews plans for improvements to current systems and infrastructure. Prepares a variety of studies, reports, and related information for decision-making purposes. Stays abreast of training opportunities and industry standards.
Maintains complete and accurate departmental records. Prepares various internal and external reports outlining division activities for presentations on a regular basis. Answers inquiries and/or requests for service from Village residents, customers, and other departments. Possesses excellent organizational and customer service skills.
Provides input in the development of short
- and long-range plans; gathers, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports, and recommendations.
Participates in the preparation of the annual budget and administers and controls expenditures. Develops recommendations for the Capital Improvements Program.
Makes presentations to supervisors, Boards, Commissions, civic groups, and the general public as assigned.
Maintains thorough knowledge of the Department’s Standard Operating Procedures and Safety Practices; ensures that all procedures/practices are followed. Acts as a role model in following the organization’s policies and procedures, employee handbook and implementing labor contract.

**Required Competencies**:

- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function